NOVEMBER 17: AAUW WEST CONTRA COSTA MEETING: YOUTH
HOMES
10am. Beth Goldberg, Director of Development for non-profit Youth Homes will
describe how they provide services and support to traumatized and foster youth
and their families. All are welcome. Christ Lutheran Church, 780 Ashbury St.,
El Cerrito. westcontracosta-ca.aauw.net.
NOVEMBER 18: WOMEN’S DAY
11:30am-4pm. Lunch, Shopping, Networking and more! Crockett Community
Center, 850 Pomona St. $20 tickets @ Eventbrite.com. BayFrontChamber.com.
NOVEMBER 19: BOARD GAMES AT THE LIBRARY
3-5pm. Because we are thankful for our patrons, we invite you to come play
classic board games at the library. Games will be available to play at the library.
No registration is required, just good sportsmanship. Hercules Library,
109 Civic Drive. 510-245-2420.
NOVEMBER 19: UKE AND ME @ THE LIBRARY
6:30-7:30pm. Slow down and enjoy the sounds of the islands as you learn to
make beautiful music at the library. With monthly teacher-led ukulele classes you
will be a master in no time. Bring your own ukulele or use one provided by the
library. A limited number of instruments will be available to take home, registration
required to reserve a provided ukulele. Hercules Library. 510-245-2420.
NOVEMBER 19: ARF® SPONSORED READ TO A DOG @
RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY
3:30-4:30pm. Dogs are ideal reading partners, providing comfort and
unconditional acceptance that can allow children to focus better and read with
greater confidence. Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue foundation partners with
the Richmond Public Library to bring trained reading therapy dogs to encourage
reading success. Third Monday of the month. Space is limited. Reservations
encouraged. 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond. 510-620-6557.
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NOVEMBER 20: VISITING JAPAN
5pm. Come learn the basics of traveling to Japan, with Dwight Teague. Seasonal
advice, accommodations, etiquette, festivals, and Tokyo’s varied districts, venues/
clubs. Dwight has visited Japan four times since 2011. Rodeo Library, 220 Pacific
Ave, Rodeo. 510-799-2606.
NOVEMBER 20: TEEN MOVIE NIGHT – FREAKY FRIDAY
4pm. On the Third Tuesday of each month, the San Pablo Library will be screening
a movie for Teens! Snacks will be provided! This month we will be showing Freaky
Friday. Seating available on a first come, first served basis. San Pablo Library,
13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
NOVEMBER 26: FINANCIAL EDUCATION SEMINAR
5:30pm. In partnership with the San Pablo EDC and Travis Federal Credit Union:
Jessica Leal will be leading a series of Financial Education Seminars to the public.
San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
NOVEMBER 30: BALLROOM DANCE
8pm. $10 per person. Music by Manny Gutierrez, beverage bar, raffle,
refreshments and door prizes! Call front desk for more information 510-724-9800,
Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles Avenue, Pinole.
NOVEMBER 30: SANTA’S HOLIDAY FAIR
5-10pm. There will be hand-made items for sale, and pictures with Santa and
Mrs. Claus. Pets welcome. Richmond Elks Lodge, 3931 San Pablo Dam Road,
El Sobrante.
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El Sobrante United Methodist Church
proudly presents
Christmas Miracles
Four short stories all rolled into one spectacular
production that will delight and inspire adults
and children of all ages.
Come share the evening with a flamingo, cow,
lamb, owl, camels, sisters and wives of the Màgi.
Friday, December 7th • 7pm
Saturday, December 8th • 7pm
Sunday, December 9th • 2pm
Tickets may be purchased at the door.
$10.00 per person.
An elegant dessert bar will be featured
at intermission.
El Sobrante United Methodist Church
670 Appian Way (front entrance)
5151 Argyle (back entrance and parking lot)
El Sobrante • (510) 223-0790
esumconline.org